UK

Doughnut bakery chain Rodeo expands to Manchester

The new shop on Stevenson Square is due to open at the end of October.

Burger King UK unveils new deals, brings back ‘Kids Eat Free’ offer

All deals are available exclusively through the Burger King UK app.

Chaiiwala taps Ben Clayton as new COO

He will oversee franchise operations, focusing on performance, partner support, and profitability.

Badiani’s Pistachio Hot Chocolate returns

The chain has also updated its hot chocolate menu range.

PAUL, Future Dreams partner for Pink October

The bakery will donate £1 per macaron and 20% of Pink Fraisier Cake sales in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Shanghai’s Nonna Bakery enters UK with Holborn store

The bakery will serve Italian pastries and breads, including cornetti, cannoli, and focaccia.

Bread Ahead launches group tours at its Borough Market site

Each visitor also leaves with one of the chain’s well-known doughnuts.

wagamama rolls out new customisable kids’ bento box

The bento boxes have over 1,000 possible combinations.

Chocoberry expands in UK with Gen Z-Driven growth

It sold 16 franchises in the past 14 months.

What’s holding back the UK’s restaurant industry?

New research reveals the key enablers of growth and persistent operational challenges.

Papa Johns launches new loyalty programme

It is partnering with Massive Rocket to refine its data use and offers.

Wendy’s UK net profit dips 25.3% in 2024

The burger chain opened only one restaurant during the year.

Pasta Evangelists’ losses climb to £16.4m in 2024

Gross profit for the year increased by 25.71%.

Rising costs push hospitality leaders to cut growth budget

Nearly two-thirds have increased their operational expenditure over the last 12 months.